Cornell University in Ithaca reports a glimpse into this spring's blooms at Cornell. While some may be behind us now, there are more magnificent buds to come.

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Ithaca awarded $10 million DRI grant

Ithaca received a $10 million grant from New York State's Downtown Revitalization Initiative to revitalize the MLK Jr. Street and West State Street corridors and bolster Downtown Ithaca and The Commons, a plan shaped by extensive public engagement and collaboration with project sponsors.

Ithaca to Install New Smart Water Meters; Appointments Required

Ithaca officials say East National Water, LLC will install new smart water meter radios at no cost to residents, with about a one-hour appointment at each home, installers in uniform carrying photo ID and requiring someone 18 or older to be home; residents can schedule by calling East National Water or online using a five-digit code from their mailing label.

Ithaca to Plant Three Arbor Day Trees Friday

The City of Ithaca invites the public to Arbor Day tree planting Friday, April 24, at 1 p.m., rain or shine, along the Waterfront Trail at Cass Park, sponsored by the Ithaca Garden Club, where three trees will be planted and the mayor will read the Arbor Day proclamation, with parking available across the street.

Cornell Students' Methane Sensor Aids Mangrove Restoration

Sixteen months after launching a low-cost, portable methane sensor to measure emissions from water bodies for mangrove restoration, Cornell University researchers deployed the sensors in Colombia with the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability and the Environmental Defense Fund, supporting global greenhouse gas assessments and mangrove reforestation.

Cornell Reports Peaceful, Serene Spring Regardless of Weather

Cornell University in Ithaca says spring is filled with peaceful moments and serene beauty regardless of the weather.

Cornell Botanic Gardens featured in Ithaca spring report

ITHACA, N.Y. — A Cornell University report says no spring is complete without visiting the Cornell Botanic Gardens.

Ithaca Seeks Volunteers for Neriton Fire Co. 9

The City of Ithaca is inviting residents to volunteer with Neriton Fire Co. 9, the volunteer unit of the Ithaca Fire Department, which has served the City and Town of Ithaca for more than 200 years and is now recruiting for fire police, with details available by email at IFDvolunteer@cityofithaca.org, by phone at (607) 272-1234, or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Neritoncompany9.

Ithaca closes Seneca Street Parking Garage due to safety concerns

The City of Ithaca has closed the Seneca Street Parking Garage effective immediately for public safety after reports of falling concrete and severe facade deterioration, with surrounding sidewalks and the TCAT bus stop closed, monthly permit holders urged to relocate to the Green Street Parking Garage where permits will be honored, vehicles limited to the Tioga Street exit with no new entries, and a third-party engineering review planned.

Ithaca launches redesigned website and CivicSend platform

The City of Ithaca has launched a redesigned municipal website along with a new CivicSend digital communication platform to make it easier for residents, businesses and community partners to access information, complete tasks and stay informed, with signups available on the city’s website.